Author John Grisham on new novellas
New York Times bestselling author John Grisham joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his very first collection of novellas: three short stories called "Homecoming," "Strawberry Moon" and "Sparring Partners."
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Recommendations on wellness books
Sarah Gelman, the Editorial Director of Amazon Books, joins "CBS Mornings" during Mental Health Awareness Month to recommend several wellness books that could help improve your life.
Ian Bremmer on "The Power of Crisis"
Eurasia Group Founder and President Ian Bremmer joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his new book, "The Power of Crisis: How Three Threats - and Our Response - Will Change the World," and how divisions inside the U.S. impact our ability to respond to these major challenges.
Diver Tom Daley on memoir "Coming Up for Air"
Tom Daley is the most decorated British diver of all time, winning four Olympic medals, including a gold medal. He joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his memoir "Coming Up for Air," about what was really happening both on and off the diving board.
Garrison Keillor talks about #MeToo and a return to Lake Wobegon
Best known for the wildly-popular "A Prairie Home Companion," the author was accused of sexual misconduct, causing Minnesota Public Radio to sever ties. But he has never stopped writing, and is back on the road entertaining his audience.
Author Tara Stringfellow on novel “Memphis”
Tara Stringfellow’s debut novel “Memphis” is a multi-generational story about family, heartbreak and moving forward. Stringfellow changed her entire life to throw herself into this book, and what she’s produced is both a tribute to her ancestors and to a city she adores. Jeff Glor has more.
Book excerpt: "Boom Town: A Lake Wobegon Novel" by Garrison Keillor
The humorist returns to his fictional Minnesota hometown (made famous by "A Prairie Home Companion"), which is now the setting for the funerals of childhood friends.
Excerpt: "Somebody Feed Phil the Book" by Phil Rosenthal
In his upcoming travel diary and cookbook, the star of the hit Netflix series "Somebody Feed Phil," and previously the showrunner of the long-running sitcom "Everybody Loves Ray," writes how its star, Ray Romano, inspired his food and travel show.
Casey McQuiston on why they wrote a book they knew could be banned
In "I Kissed Shara Wheeler," Casey McQuiston wants readers to take another look at the South and the queer kids still there.
"All of the Marvels": Author Douglas Wolk on the "biggest story ever told"
The story arcs of Marvel, published over the last several decades, involve thousands of characters and 27,000 comic books, becoming what the writer calls the longest continuous, self-contained work of fiction ever created.
Actor Terry Crews talks toughness
Actor Terry Crews is laying it all out there in his new book, "Tough: My Journey to True Power." Crews joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his 12-year journey of transformation, what the word "tough" means to him, and how he found his voice in Hollywood.
Cold case investigator Paul Holes on new book
Former cold case investigator Paul Holes joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his new book "Unmasked," which highlights his decadeslong hunt for the Golden State Killer and the traumatic toll of his work on his personal life.
Tina Brown on new book "The Palace Papers"
Famed magazine editor and CBS News royal contributor Tina Brown joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her new book "The Palace Papers: Inside the House of Windsor — the Truth and the Turmoil."
American history on the auction block
Rare books and papers detailing the exploration of the New World and the founding of the United States, from the collection of noted book dealer William Reese, will be auctioned beginning next month at Christie's in New York City.
Don Winslow announces retirement
After decades working as a bestselling crime novelist, Don Winslow announces that he is retiring. He explains to Jeff Glor why and what’s next.
Oprah picks Viola Davis' memoir for book club
Only on CBS Mornings, Oprah announces her next book club selection: Viola Davis' memoir "Finding Me."
Author Chloe Benjamin on work-life balance
As New York Times Bestselling Author Chloe Benjamin was riding the wave of success for her book "The Immortalist," she had a physical breakdown. She shared her story on "CBS Mornings" and her advice for redefining what success looks like.
Delia Ephron on love, cancer, and a second chance
The author-screenwriter, no stranger to romantic storylines, has lately been living one: having lost her first husband, she married a man she'd first dated half a century ago. But their wedding occurred in the hospital, where she was undergoing chemotherapy for leukemia.
The Book Report: Washington Post critic Ron Charles (April 17)
Recommendations from our book reviewer of new fiction and non-fiction titles for the spring.
Book excerpt: "Young Mungo" by Douglas Stuart
The Booker Prize-winning author of "Shuggie Bain" returns with a devastating novel about a 15-year-old boy in a violently homophobic community.
Book excerpt: "The Candy House" by Jennifer Egan
The Pulitzer Prize-winning author of "A Visit From the Goon Squad" is back with a sequel, in which a tech giant develops a means for users to externalize and share every memory they're ever had.
Book excerpt: "Mecca" by Susan Straight
The acclaimed novelist's latest book dramatizes an epic panorama of a multiethnic southern California facing social and environmental conflagrations.
Book excerpt: "The Rule of Five," on arguing climate change before the Supreme Court
Harvard Law professor Richard J. Lazarus writes about the most important environmental cases ever decided by the nation's highest court: restricting greenhouse gas emissions from new cars.
"The game is afoot" at a NYC Sherlock Holmes exhibit
Not so "elementary," Glen Miranker's collection of rare Sherlock Holmes memorabilia, featured in the exhibit "Sherlock Holmes in 221 Objects" at New York City's Grolier Club, captures the public's timeless fascination with the immortal detective.
Book excerpt: "Freezing Order," on Putin, money laundering and murder
Bill Browder, the financier and bestselling author of "Red Notice," helped create the Magnitsky Act, aimed at freezing the assets of those involved in human rights violations, thereby making himself a target of Vladimir Putin.
Entertainment
George Clooney, his wife and their twins granted French citizenship
France's government says that George Clooney, his wife Amal and their eight-year-old twins Ella and Alexander have been awarded French citizenship.
Beyoncé is now a billionaire, according to Forbes
The Grammy-winning artist Beyoncé became the fifth musician to achieve the wealth milestone, Forbes said Monday.
Actor accusing Tyler Perry exchanged texts with him years after alleged assault
Actor Mario Rodriguez alleged in the lawsuit filed last week in California that Tyler Perry sexually assaulted him during encounters between 2014 and 2019.
French split over Brigitte Bardot tribute due to her far right views
French politicians were divided on Monday over how to pay tribute to the late Brigitte Bardot who, despite her screen legend, courted controversy in later life with her far-right views.
MetroCard art: Swiping beauty from the mundane
On December 31, New York City will officially retire the transit system's MetroCard, that ubiquitous piece of plastic used to gain entrance onto subways and buses. But there is beauty in using MetroCards as the raw materials for art, as Thomas McKean has found in his collages and miniature sculptures depicting portraits of city life. Serena Altschul reports.
2025: The year's top books
"Sunday Morning" checks out the bestselling fiction and non-fiction of the past year.
2025: The year's top movies
"Sunday Morning" checks out the highest-grossing films of the past year.
2025: The year's top music
"Sunday Morning" checks out Spotify's top streaming hits of the past year.
The Book Report: Ron Charles' picks from 2025
The Washington Post book reviewer offers "Sunday Morning" viewers his picks for fiction and non-fiction titles to add to their New Year's reading lists.
The Book Report: Ron Charles' books of the year for 2025
The Washington Post book reviewer offers "Sunday Morning" viewers his picks for fiction and non-fiction titles to add to their New Year's reading lists.
Book excerpt: "Guilty by Definition" by Susie Dent
This debut novel is a mystery in which a dictionary editor at Oxford turns to word-sleuthing in order to unravel a family member's long-ago disappearance.
How one photographer takes refuge in Paris
Peter Turnley, an American and French photographer known for documenting the human condition, finds comfort in Paris. His new book "PARIS Je t'aime" showcases 50 years of photographs from his favorite city.
Samara Joy performs "Now And Then (In Remembrance Of...)"
Samara Joy burst onto the jazz scene in 2021, earning major praise as a "classic jazz singer from a new generation," and gaining popularity on TikTok. The young artist has already won five Grammy Awards, and her album "Portrait" is now up for Best Jazz Vocal Album of the Year. Here's Samara Joy performing "Now And Then (In Remembrance Of...)."
Samara Joy performs "Three Little Words"
Samara Joy burst onto the jazz scene in 2021, earning major praise as a "classic jazz singer from a new generation," and gaining popularity on TikTok. The young artist has already won five Grammy Awards, and her album "Portrait" is now up for Best Jazz Vocal Album of the Year. Here's Samara Joy performing "Three Little Words."
Second actor accuses Tyler Perry of sexual assault in new lawsuit
It marks the second lawsuit in recent months accusing the filmmaker and studio mogul of leveraging his power in Hollywood to make sexual advances.
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Ground beef recalled in 6 states over possible E. coli contamination
The recalled ground beef was sold to distributors in California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Pennsylvania and Washington.
Alleged D.C. pipe bomber appearing in court to contest continued detention
Brian Cole was arrested and charged earlier this month for allegedly planting two pipe bombs outside the Republican and Democratic Party headquarters on Jan. 5, 2021.
Missing Texas teen Camila Mendoza Olmos' father speaks out amid search
Camila Mendoza Olmos, 19, was last seen on the morning of Christmas Eve hear her home in San Antonio, officials said.
NASCAR driver Denny Hamlin's father dies after fire, mother critically injured
NASCAR champion Denny Hamlin's father, Dennis Hamlin, died from injuries he suffered in a house fire Sunday in North Carolina, officials said.
National Guard deploying to New Orleans as city marks 1 year since terror attack
The Guard members will stay through Carnival season, when residents and tourists descend on the Big Easy to partake in costumed celebrations and massive parades before ending with Mardi Gras.
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Ground beef recalled in 6 states over possible E. coli contamination
The recalled ground beef was sold to distributors in California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Pennsylvania and Washington.
Beyoncé is now a billionaire, according to Forbes
The Grammy-winning artist Beyoncé became the fifth musician to achieve the wealth milestone, Forbes said Monday.
These 9 states are cutting income taxes in 2026. See where.
Income tax cuts are taking effect in multiple U.S. states on Jan. 1, 2026, a new analysis says.
OpenAI hiring for head safety executive to mitigate AI risks
The company's investment in safety prevention comes amid growing concerns over the potential harm of artificial intelligence.
Bank of America CEO warns market "will punish people" without independent Fed
Bank of America Chairman and CEO Brian Moynihan stated last week that, as President Trump seeks a new chair of the Federal Reserve, maintaining the banking system's independence is paramount.
Politics
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Alleged D.C. pipe bomber appearing in court to contest continued detention
Brian Cole was arrested and charged earlier this month for allegedly planting two pipe bombs outside the Republican and Democratic Party headquarters on Jan. 5, 2021.
Dutch angry at U.S. for yanking panels honoring Black World War II troops
The removal by a U.S. military cemetery in the Netherlands of two displays recognizing Black troops who fought in World War II has spurred anger there.
New California tortilla law aims to decrease birth defects in Latino babies
Mom-and-pop shops will be exempt from this change, but big manufacturers in California will need to start adding folic acid to tortillas beginning January 1.
Viral video prompts fraud probe at Minnesota day care centers
While many of the Minnesota day care centers in the video were cited and fined for safety violations, investigators previously found no evidence of fraud.
U.S. military conducts 30th strike on alleged drug boat, killing 2
The U.S. military has hit at least 30 alleged drug vessels in the region since early September, killing 107 people.
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New California tortilla law aims to decrease birth defects in Latino babies
Mom-and-pop shops will be exempt from this change, but big manufacturers in California will need to start adding folic acid to tortillas beginning January 1.
Advances in treatment for Alzheimer's disease
The number of Americans with Alzheimer's disease is expected to double from 7 million in 2020 to 14 million by 2060, according to the CDC. However, advances in treatment options are giving more people hope in slowing the decline. Dr. Jon LaPook breaks it down.
Flu cases skyrocket across the U.S
Nearly five million flu cases have been reported nationwide, the CDC estimates, and at least 1,900 people have died from the virus. "CBS Saturday Morning" has more on why this year's strain is breaking records.
Baby defies all odds after growing outside his mom's womb
Suze Lopez, a 41-year-old nurse who lives in Bakersfield, California, didn't know she was pregnant with her second child until days before giving birth.
FDA approves Wegovy pill for weight loss
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a pill version of the weight-loss drug Wegovy.
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Police compare Germany bank vault robbery to an "Ocean's Eleven" heist
Thieves apparently spent much of the weekend plundering deposit boxes inside a German bank vault after tunneling through from a parking garage.
U.S. and Iran trade threats as tension soars 7 months after U.S. strikes
After meeting with Israel's Netanyahu, Trump said he'd heard Iran is trying to rebuild its nuclear program, "and if they are, we're going to have to knock them down."
Search for MH370 resumes in Indian Ocean 12 years after plane vanished
U.S.-British firm Ocean Infinity intends to scour almost 6,000 square miles of seafloor for the missing Malaysia Airlines Boeing 777.
2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
Dutch angry at U.S. for yanking panels honoring Black World War II troops
The removal by a U.S. military cemetery in the Netherlands of two displays recognizing Black troops who fought in World War II has spurred anger there.
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George Clooney, his wife and their twins granted French citizenship
France's government says that George Clooney, his wife Amal and their eight-year-old twins Ella and Alexander have been awarded French citizenship.
Beyoncé is now a billionaire, according to Forbes
The Grammy-winning artist Beyoncé became the fifth musician to achieve the wealth milestone, Forbes said Monday.
Actor accusing Tyler Perry exchanged texts with him years after alleged assault
Actor Mario Rodriguez alleged in the lawsuit filed last week in California that Tyler Perry sexually assaulted him during encounters between 2014 and 2019.
French split over Brigitte Bardot tribute due to her far right views
French politicians were divided on Monday over how to pay tribute to the late Brigitte Bardot who, despite her screen legend, courted controversy in later life with her far-right views.
MetroCard art: Swiping beauty from the mundane
On December 31, New York City will officially retire the transit system's MetroCard, that ubiquitous piece of plastic used to gain entrance onto subways and buses. But there is beauty in using MetroCards as the raw materials for art, as Thomas McKean has found in his collages and miniature sculptures depicting portraits of city life. Serena Altschul reports.
Technology
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OpenAI hiring for head safety executive to mitigate AI risks
The company's investment in safety prevention comes amid growing concerns over the potential harm of artificial intelligence.
Instacart ending AI price tests for retailers
Instacart says its ending its controversial system of using AI price tests for retailers. Earlier this month, an investigation by Consumer Reports and progressive think tank Groundwork Collaborative found that Instacart's algorithmic pricing charged various prices for the same item from the same store. Jo Ling Kent reports.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Tech companies push for data centers
Massive tech companies wanting to build more data centers in the U.S. are lobbying for support among Americans, according to a recent report by POLITICO. Gabby Miller joins CBS News with more on her reporting.
Top tech gadgets of 2025
Timothy Werth, a tech editor at Mashable, joins "CBS News 24/7" to discuss the best gadgets of 2025.
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2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
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Police compare Germany bank vault robbery to an "Ocean's Eleven" heist
Thieves apparently spent much of the weekend plundering deposit boxes inside a German bank vault after tunneling through from a parking garage.
Transcript from closed hearing for Charlie Kirk murder suspect released
A Utah judge has ordered the release of a transcript from a closed-door hearing in October over whether the man charged with killing Charlie Kirk must be shackled during court proceedings.
Photos show motorcycle collection tied to Olympian-turned-alleged-drug-kingpin
Authorities in Mexico have seized a large collection of motorcycles believed to be owned by Ryan Wedding, the former Olympian wanted for allegedly running a major drug trafficking operation.
North Texas man charged with trying to provide material support to ISIS, officials say
The 21-year-old Midlothian man was arrested after bringing bomb-making components to a meeting with an undercover officer, the feds say.
Victim in Christmas shooting in Southfield never called 911, police say
Police investigating the Christmas Day deaths of two people at an apartment complex say neither the victim nor her friend ever called 911, despite a history of domestic violence in the victim's relationship.
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NASA's search for next lunar rover
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
Woman is first wheelchair user launched into space
A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.
Blue Origin safely launches wheelchair user to space and back
German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.
Jared Isaacman, billionaire who's flown with SpaceX, confirmed to lead NASA
President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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New search for missing MH370 plane
A new search for the missing Malaysia Airlines MH370 plane is set to begin 12 years after it disappeared. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
Officials seek missing Texas teen
Texas state and federal officials are still searching for missing teen Camila Mendoza Olmos. CBS News' Karen Hua has the latest.
Trump's warning for Iran on nuclear weapons
President Trump commented on Iran's nuclear weapons program during his press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe and Sam Vinograd have more.
Trump confirms Venezuela land strike
President Trump confirmed the first known land strike inside Venezuela as news of another strike against an alleged drug-carrying vessel in the Pacific Ocean emerges. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe reports.
Powerful winter storms pummel the Northeast
Parts of the Northeast are facing hurricane-force winds and heavy snow. CBS News' Ian Lee reports, and Rob Marciano has the latest weather forecast.